2017 Ford Edge Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2017 Ford Edge ranks 3rd worst out of 18 model years with a complaint index of 88 and 1,357 complaints, earning an Avoid verdict. Engine problems dominate at 66% of complaints, with eight recall campaigns covering brakes, transmission, structure, and airbags.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 88/100
- #3 of 18 Edge years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1,357
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 8
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 26
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 26
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 18.5 city / 26.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 26 / 0
Top 2017 Ford Edge problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine891 (66%)
- Brakes212 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain147 (11%)
- Other82 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras47 (3%)
- Electrical System39 (3%)
- Fuel System38 (3%)
- Structure & Body30 (2%)
- Steering24 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers20 (1%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in multiple crashes at speeds around 30 mph, including frontal and side impacts.
- Some owners describe brake pedals sinking to the floor board with no warning lights, resulting in rear-end collisions.
- One owner reported a brake line leak causing loss of stopping power after a low brake fluid warning appeared.
- A driver reported the accelerator pedal sticking while parking, causing the vehicle to surge forward into another car.
- One report describes smoke and fire emerging from the engine area while the vehicle was stationary but running.
- A seat belt reportedly came unclipped during a collision despite being worn correctly.
2017 Ford Edge recalls
8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V544000Aug 22, 2025Brakes499,129 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
- NHTSA 22V413000Jun 10, 2022Transmission & Powertrain2,925,968 vehicles
Power train:shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
2017 Ford Edge fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 26.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,025
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2017 compared with other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Ford Edge reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2017 Edge has a complaint index of 88, ranking 3rd worst among 18 model years, with an Avoid verdict driven mainly by engine complaints (66% of the total).
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Edge?
- Engine issues make up 66% of complaints (891 reports), followed by brakes at 16% (212 reports) and transmission/powertrain issues at 11% (147 reports).
- Does the 2017 Ford Edge have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists eight recall campaigns for the 2017 Edge, covering the rearview camera, brake hoses, transmission shift bushing, torque converter, windshield header structure, and driver airbag module.
- At what mileage do 2017 Ford Edge engine problems show up?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 72,000 at the time of engine-related failures, close to the model's overall median failure mileage of 70,000.
- How does the 2017 Edge compare to other Edge model years?
- The 2017 Edge's complaint index of 88 is worse than most other years; only 2013 (index 100) and 2011 (index 94) rank worse, while years like 2021 through 2024 carry Best verdicts with much lower indexes.